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How are the wavelength and frequency of a sound wave related to its speed ?

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To find the relationship between the wavelength, frequency, and speed of a sound wave, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Define Wavelength and Frequency**: - Wavelength (λ) is defined as the distance between two consecutive compressions or rarefactions in a sound wave. - Frequency (f) is defined as the number of oscillations (or cycles) that occur in one second. ...
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  6. Distinguish between loudness and intensity of sound.

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  9. Why are the ceilings of concert halls curved ?

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  10. What is the audible range of the average human ear ?

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  12. A submarine emits a sonar pulse, which returns from an underwater clif...

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  13. What is sound and how is it produced ?

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  14. Describe with the help of a diagram, how compressions and rarefactions...

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  16. Why is sound wave called a longitudinal wave ?

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  19. A person has a hearing range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. What are the typica...

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